Joseph Gambino

Joseph Gambino is a data scientist and product designer who has worked at IDEO, an internationally recognized product design consultancy, for six years. His expertise lies in integrating data science with design, particularly through storytelling via simulations. He has led various projects, including traffic simulations for clients and creative prototypes for product development.12

Background and Career Path

Gambino began his career as a mechanical engineer focused on manufacturing and product design, specifically in injection molding. His transition to data science was driven by a desire to return to coding and mathematics, leading him to attend the Metis data science bootcamp. This experience helped him pivot from mechanical engineering to a role that combines data analysis with design.12

Work at IDEO

At IDEO, Gambino engaged in a variety of projects that required him to participate in all stages of the design process—from research and prototyping to testing. He utilized techniques such as clustering and dimensionality reduction to create engaging prototypes and employed natural language processing (NLP) for internal communications analysis. His work often involved building interactive applications and conducting simulations to inform design decisions.23

Personal Interests

Outside of his professional role, Gambino is passionate about civic issues, particularly public transit. He enjoys working on side projects related to urban design and policy, reflecting his interest in how these factors influence quality of life in cities. Recently, he relocated to the Netherlands and is actively seeking new opportunities.12

Gambino's diverse background in engineering and design, combined with his data science skills, positions him uniquely within the field, allowing him to bridge technical and creative disciplines effectively.